A lady, who has been identified as @samu_queen, shared how she worked hard to finally obtain her degree - proving that determination is the key to success.

On Tuesday, she revealed in a Twitter post that she worked hard for years to be able to bag her degree.

Her post read:

"I started here, cleaning houses that were being built. Worked very hard, didn't choose jobs, I did what I had to do to survive. I was 18 years old when I finished matric. I got my first degree at 27. I'm currently doing my postgrad studies. I'm thankful. God is wonderful."

Earlier, Briefly.co.za reported a stunning student took to social media to gush about her academic success and it inspired South Africans. She dressed up for her virtual graduation and revealed she bagged a BPharm degree.

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